Nièvre
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Region / Subdivision
Summary
Nièvre is a department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of central-east France, named after the river Nièvre. Established during the French Revolution, it was formed from the former province of Nivernais. The area is known for its rural landscape and the production of Pouilly-Fumé wine.
Statistics
Area
6,817.00 km²
Population
201,417